CQC Domain Ratings
Linden Terrace is a CQC-registered residential care home based in Whitley Bay, Tyne and Wear. It is operated by Swanton Care & Community (Autism North) Limited.
The home provides specialist care for adults under 65, learning disabilities. Families looking for care in these areas can contact the home directly for availability and assessments.
As a residential care home, Linden Terrace provides 24-hour personal care and support for residents who need help with daily activities such as washing, dressing, and meal times, in a safe and homely environment.
Following an inspection in February 2026, the Care Quality Commission (CQC) rated Linden Terrace as Outstanding — the highest possible rating, awarded to a small proportion of care services in England. This reflects exceptional care practices across all five inspection domains.
Notably, the home received an Outstanding rating for care quality, and an Outstanding rating for effectiveness, and Outstanding leadership.
Linden Terrace is located in Whitley Bay, within the North Tyneside local authority area in North East.
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| CQC Rating | Outstanding |
| Address | 22 Linden Terrace, Whitley Bay, Tyne and Wear, NE26 2AA |
| Phone | 01912 893621 |
| Local authority | North Tyneside |
| Region | North East |
| Last inspection | 6 February 2026 |
| Provider | Swanton Care & Community (Autism North) Limited |
Is Linden Terrace registered with the CQC?
Yes. Linden Terrace is registered with the Care Quality Commission (CQC), the independent regulator of health and social care in England. You can view the official CQC profile at https://www.cqc.org.uk/location/1-17045464025
What type of care does Linden Terrace provide?
Linden Terrace provides residential homes, specialising in caring for adults under 65 yrs, learning disabilities.
How do I contact Linden Terrace?
You can contact Linden Terrace by phone on 01912 893621, or visit them at 22 Linden Terrace, Whitley Bay, Tyne and Wear, NE26 2AA.
What is Linden Terrace's CQC rating?
Linden Terrace has been rated "Outstanding" by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). This is the highest rating awarded by the CQC. See the full CQC inspection report at https://www.cqc.org.uk/location/1-17045464025
What are Linden Terrace's CQC domain ratings?
The CQC inspects care homes across five domains. Linden Terrace's latest published domain ratings are: Safe: Good, Effective: Outstanding, Caring: Outstanding, Responsive: Outstanding, Well-led: Outstanding.
How many care homes are in Whitley Bay?
There are 20 CQC-registered care homes in Whitley Bay. You can browse the full list at carehomeos.co.uk/care-homes/town/whitley-bay.
Residential care homes provide 24-hour personal care and support for older adults or people with disabilities who are unable to live independently. Staff assist with daily activities such as washing, dressing, and meals in a homely environment.
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